Category Archives: Paralegal Career

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How to Prepare for the NALA CP Exam: Study Guide 2025

Quick Answer To prepare for the NALA CP exam, start by reviewing the Knowledge and Skills exam outlines on NALA’s website. Consider investing in study resources like NALA’s on-demand webinars, practice exam, or the Certified Paralegal Exam Fundamentals book. Most …

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5 TV Shows Paralegals Love to Hate: What These Legal Dramas Get Wrong

Quick Answer Popular legal dramas like “Suits,” “The Good Wife,” and “How to Get Away with Murder” frustrate paralegals with unrealistic case timelines, glamorized office environments, and inaccurate portrayals of paralegal responsibilities. These shows create misconceptions among clients about legal …

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Supreme Court Cases That Shaped the Paralegal Profession

Quick Answer Two landmark Supreme Court cases established paralegals’ right to recover market-rate fees. Missouri v. Jenkins (1989) ruled paralegals can charge professional rates under the Civil Rights Attorney’s Fee Awards Act. Richlin v. Chertoff (2008) affirmed this under the …